HIV self-test (berkeleyhealth)

HIV VIRUS
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a pathogen that attacks and suppresses the immune system, specifically affecting white blood cells. Without specific treatment, the virus weakens the immune system to the point of developing Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). AIDS can manifest years after the initial infection, when the immune system's effectiveness is drastically reduced, leaving the body unable to fight even common infections.

RECOMMENDED USERS
The HIV 1/2 Rapid Self-Diagnosis Test can be used by:
Any person who has been, or suspects that he or she has been, exposed to
virus;
People with HIV symptoms;
Anyone who wishes to check for the possibility of infection.
Window period: Antibody tests can detect HIV infections
between 23 and 90 days after exposure.

WHY - BENEFITS
Testing is crucial to support prevention campaigns
against HIV, allowing early detection and preventing progression
for more serious conditions, such as AIDS.

TEST PRINCIPLE
The HIV 1/2 Test is a rapid immunochromatographic assay capable of
specifically detect the presence of antibodies against types 1 and 2 of
HIV virus (HIV1/HIV2) in whole blood samples.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Sensitivity: 99.6%
Specificity: 99.7%
Overall accuracy: 99.3%
Performance data were obtained through clinical studies. The test is
certified according to CE standards.

KIT CONTENTS:
1 sealed aluminum pouch containing: 1 test device and 1 sachet
desiccant;
1 transparent plastic bag with pipette for blood collection;
1 dropper bottle containing the diluent;
2 sterile lancets for blood samples;
1 alcohol wipe;
1 leaflet with instructions for use.